The Finals Crossplay Guide

The Finals ships with crossplay on by default. PC, Xbox, and PlayStation all share matches.

Embark Studios launched it on December 7 2023 as a free-to-play multiplayer FPS.

Which platforms connect

PC covers Steam and Epic. Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 join the same pool.

There is no separate console-only queue unless you turn crossplay off in settings.

Crossplay is on by default

You do not opt in. The game assumes you want the widest match pool available.

Turn it off only if you want same-platform lobbies. Most players leave it on.

Playing with friends

Friends on another system can join your squad. Crossplay makes mixed groups simple.

Send an invite through the game’s friend list. The platform gap disappears in the lobby.

Modes that use it

Quick Cash and Cashout both use crossplay. The modes guide lists them.

Ranked also crosses platforms once you unlock it. The beginner guide explains the path.

Maps stay shared

Every map runs across all systems. The maps page shows the rotation.

You will face the same arena no matter the hardware on the other side.

Classes are equal

Light, Medium, and Heavy all play cross-platform. The classes guide breaks them down.

No class is locked to a system. Pick your role and queue with anyone.

What crossplay does to wait times

Crossplay keeps lobbies full and fast. Wait times drop when every system shares.

New players benefit most. A full pool means quicker matches and steadier teams.

Turning it off

Open settings and disable crossplay for same-platform only. Console players often do this.

PC aim can feel sharp against pads. The choice is yours in the menu.

Crossplay is the default: just play

Crossplay is the default and the easy win. Play with anyone on any system.

Start with the beginner guide and jump into a cross-platform match.

Party up across systems

A PC player can host a Xbox friend. The squad mixes without extra steps.

This is rare for shooters. The Finals treats platform as a detail, not a wall.

Matchmaking fairness

Crossplay mixes input types in one lobby. You may face mouse and pad in the same round.

Some dislike it, but the game’s pace hides the gap. Movement matters more than aim.

Cross-progression note

The guide focuses on play, not saves. Check Embark’s account help for cross-save details.

Your friends list carries across systems through the game’s own social system.

Best habits for mixed lobbies

Call out spots by map name, not platform. The maps names keep teams clear.

Stick with your classes guide role so the squad stays balanced.

Voice and text chat

Crossplay includes shared voice by default. Mute rough players through the scoreboard.

Text chat also crosses systems. Keep it short so the team can read mid-fight.

When to disable

If PC aim frustrates you, turn crossplay off. Console-only lobbies feel more even.

The option is one toggle. You lose nothing but the larger mixed player base.

Final word

Crossplay is on and easy in The Finals. Play with friends on any system.

Open the beginner guide and squad up across platforms today.